ABOUT THE MINISTRY

The Ministry of Steel Development (MSD) was created on the 23rd of August 2023 by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as part of the renewed hope for industrialization of the country. The steel industry has been identified as critical to the country’s economic growth and the creation of job opportunities for its citizens.

The Ministry was created to provide a clear policy framework for the development of the steel industry, as well as to oversee the implementation of projects and programs aimed at promoting the production of steel in Nigeria. The Ministry’s mandate is to work towards the development of a vibrant, sustainable, and globally competitive steel industry that can contribute significantly to Nigeria’s economic growth

VISION

To have a virile sustainable and inclusive steel industry that can compete globally and be driving for industrial and economic growth of our country while maintaining internationally acceptable standard

MISSION

To ensure industry and Government strengthen the capability and competitiveness of Nigeria steel industry to achieve self sufficiency in steel production by providing policy support and guardian and to help mitigate potential challenges and barriers that are preventing the growth of Nigeria steel industry